The Call for Applications for NEC fellowship programs is open until 18 January 2026 New Europe College (NEC), an Institute for Advanced Study in Bucharest (Romania), launches the annual competition for the 2026-2027 Fellowships. Romanian and international postdoctoral scholars in the humanities and social sciences (all areas, including law and economics) are invited to apply. Around 25 fellowships are available across eight programmes. What we offer  a monthly allowance of €1,000 (tax free) & accommodation in Bucharest (living quarters and working space)  reimbursement of travel costs from the home/residence country to Bucharest and back  free access to NEC’s library and electronic resources a lump sum for a research trip to, or conference attendance at, an institution of the Fellow’s choice What we expect Fellows will work on their projects and take part in the scholarly events organised by NEC Fellows will attend the weekly seminars discussing progress in their work (compulsory) Fellows will hand in a final research paper on the project carried out during their Fellowship Eligibility NEC Fellowships are open to postdoctoral-level scholars, both Romanian and international, in all areas of the humanities and social sciences. Duration for Romanian citizens: a full academic year (10 months, starting in October 2026) for foreign citizens: a full academic year or one term (5 months, starting in October 2026 or March 2027) How to apply: Applications (in English, French or German) will be submitted online only, using the form available at applications.nec.ro. Please refer to the guidelines below to make sure you have all the documents needed to fill in the form. Also, be advised that English is the preferred working language during most NEC events. If you have any questions, please send an email to: applications@nec.ro The selection process The applications will be assessed by NEC’s academic staff, in consultation with external experts. Stages of the assessment process: 1) Preselection applicants are screened by the selection committee (NEC academic staff, external experts) candidates are notified of the preselection results in the second half of March 2026 by email 2) Final interviews Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a Zoom interview with members of NEC’s Academic Board on 22–24 April 2026. The Academic Advisory Board plays a decisive role in the final selection of the Fellows. For the selection criteria, see the Guidelines below. Please note that the assessment reports on the applications are not disclosed to candidates. The...